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Open Day Create/Disrupt

OPEN DAY: Create/Disrupt

Tuesday 18 August 2026 6–8pm The Shieldfield Centre

Join us in-person or online for one of Create/Disrupt Open Days, to learn if this 11-month artist development programme is for you!

Create/Disrupt is a free 11-month artist development programme for (aspiring) artists and arts workers who have not been to university and live in the North East of England.

We have a live open call for Create/Disrupt 2026 – 2027! We are offering two open days for prospective creatives to attend, to find out more about the programme.

Book your free spot below.

What to expect

This is a hybrid event and will take place both online and in real life.

The open day will be an opportunity to see the space; talk to staff about The Newbridge Project, Create/Disrupt, the application process; what to expect from the programme; and ask any questions or share concerns.

You don’t have to stay for the whole time. If you can’t make it from the start, join when you can, and you’ll be brought up to speed!

If you opt to attend remotely, you will receive a Zoom link as part of your ticket. If you attend in person, a member of the team will direct you where to go.

Get in touch

Izzy Finch, Create/Disrupt Project Manager, is hosting short 1:1 conversations over the summer for people to find out more about the programme and how to apply.

We highly recommend emailing Izzy, at izzy@thenewbridgeproject.com, if you have any questions about Create/Disrupt and / or would like to arrange a 1:1 meeting online or at The NewBridge Project. We can discuss the application process or chat more about the opportunity to see if it is right for you.

Accessibility

Our building has lifts to the gallery, accessible and gender-neutral toilets, baby changing and breastfeeding facilities and two accessible parking bays. You can watch a walkthrough of our building and learn more about accessibility here.

Contact admin@thenewbridgeproject.com if you have any questions or need support to take part in this event.

NewBridge has a Safer, Braver Spaces policy. Everyone here treats each other with respect and consideration. Transphobia, misogyny, racism or harassment of any kind is not welcome.

Create/Disrupt is run by The NewBridge Project is funded by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority.

Open Day Create/Disrupt

Tuesday 18 August 2026

6–8pm

The NewBridge Project
Shieldfield Centre
4-8 Clarence Walk (off Stoddart Street)
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE2 1AL

The NewBridge Project is accessible. You can find out more here, or feel free to contact us prior to visiting if you require additional information regarding access and facilities.

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